2005 Mazda 3 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 2005 Mazda 3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Peugeot Nautilus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Peugeot Nautilus would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (225 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 3 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 3 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2960 mm |
